1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Wartburg 312 (49 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | Dyane 4 | 312 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 29 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |